LG Autonomy: ALGON Commends Progress Amid Challenges, Highlights Strides in Implementing S/Court Judgment, Backs Rivers State Emergency Rule
In a pivotal National Executive meeting held on Thursday, the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON), has underscored the importance of financial autonomy for local governments in Nigeria, highlighting progress in the implementation of the recent Supreme Court judgement…
CountryFirst Movement Condemns State of Emergency Declaration in Rivers, Says President Tinubu Owes Nigerian Constitution Apology
In a bold and impassioned statement, Prof. Chris Mustapha Nwaokobia Jnr, Convener of the COUNTRYFIRST MOVEMENT, has criticized President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s recent declaration of a State of Emergency in Rivers State. The advocacy group, known for its commitment to…
PRP Condemns Tinubu’s State of Emergency in Rivers State as “Impeachable Offence”
In a strongly worded statement, the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) has denounced President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, calling it a “serious breach of the 1999 Constitution” and an “impeachable offence.” The President’s…
North-West Democratic Awareness Slams El-Rufai’s Brand of Politics, Calls for Democratic Renewal
The North-West Democratic Awareness has issued a powerful statement condemning the political style of Nasir El-Rufai, former governor of Kaduna State. In a scathing press release signed by its Coordinator, Sanusi Lawal Tsiga, the group described El-Rufai’s tenure as “a…
NBA Condemns Suspension of Rivers State Governor, Labels Action Unconstitutional
In a strongly worded statement, the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has criticized President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, describing the suspension of the Governor, Deputy Governor, and Members of the State House of…
President Tinubu Rescinds Appointments of Two Electoral Commissioners
President Bola Tinubu has officially withdrawn the appointments of two Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs) for the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). This decision was disclosed in a letter read by Senate President Godswill Akpabio on Tuesday. The letter revealed that…
Matawalle Endorses Tinubu’s State of Emergency in Rivers State, Warns Against Attacks on Government Facilities
The Honourable Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Mohammad Matawalle MON, has voiced his unwavering support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State. This decisive measure, according to Matawalle, is essential to…
CNPP Condemns Suspension of Rivers State Governor, Deputy, and State Assembly
….Questions Tinubu’s Motives in the State Power Struggle The Conference of Nigeria Political Parties (CNPP) has issued a scathing condemnation of President Bola Tinubu’s controversial suspension of Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, and the State House of Assembly….
Tinubu Declares State of Emergency in Rivers State Amid Political Turmoil
In a decisive move to address the escalating political crisis in Rivers State, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu declared a state of emergency on Tuesday, March 18, 2025. This announcement was made during a nationwide broadcast, marking a significant intervention in…
Explosions Rock Key Oil Export Facilities in Rivers Amid Political Turmoil
Rivers State, Nigeria, is grappling with a dual crisis as explosions at key oil facilities coincide with escalating political tensions surrounding Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s administration. The unfolding events have left the state on edge, with concerns over both environmental damage…
Court Deals a Blow to NNPCL as Dangote Refinery’s N100 billion Legal Fight Moves Forward
In a significant legal development, the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has struck out the preliminary objection filed by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) in an ongoing case brought by Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals FZE. The…
